Running and Social Justice

Help is out there for independent run retailers, you just have to know where to find it. Running retailers, check out this article published by Running Insight.

The Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF) remains dedicated to innovating new ways for individuals with physical challenges to gain access to sports.

The CAF launched the “Let’s Keep Moving” fundraising campaign celebrating the role of technology in living an active lifestyle.

Additionally, new online offerings like the Jensie Ride for Challenged Athletes presented on Zwift, the virtual Cycling Club, and an AirBnB challenged athlete experience will allow athletes of all abilities to stay connected through the power of sport.

TELL CONGRESS TO SAVE ENDURANCE SPORTS. The rapid onset of COVID-19 forced the cancellation of every endurance sporting event in the US through into May, with effects likely to continue as social distancing impacts mass gatherings in the next several months.

Without further support, the vast majority of this $3 Billion industry will collapse, putting 500,000 jobs at risk.

Runner’s World, Rozalynn S. Frazier puts it in perfect words, “It’s more than just sharing similar beliefs—it’s about your actions, today and tomorrow.”

In order to see change we MUST educate ourselves and our communities on how we can end racial injustice.

iRunFar is a community and organization that provides information regarding trail running and ultrarunning. They have dedicated a section on their website to provide information regarding running and COVID-19

Each week Runner’s World coach, Jess (@runnersworldcoach on Instagram) designs and leads a new workout via Instagram. If you are a Runner’s World member, you can register to be part of her private Instagram group.

Join lululemon Santana Row for a FREE VIRTUAL Yoga Series every Saturday morning starting on Saturday, May 2nd, 2020!

Live classes begin promptly at 9am every Saturday on Santana Row's Instagram! @santanarow

Get ready to find your zen! This fun and FREE series will continue each Saturday May through September.

The Marathon Training Academy Podcast was started in 2010 to inspire and empower everyday people to live healthier lives and achieve fitness goals by unleashing their marathon potential. They are still actively posting new podcast episodes.

SF Runs is offering a virtual running challenge for the month of May. They will provide runners with a digital medal if you reach milestones in the month of May. More info in the link attached.

While kids are without school PE or after-school sports, the need to keep moving is at an all-time high when parents and guardians are stretched for time, attention and creative ideas. Let these free plans lighten the burden to help families focus on the fun. Each weekend, email updates will be sent with an outline of kids exercise activities for each day of the upcoming week.

New York Road Runners are hosting a worldwide celebration of running that encourages everyone of all ages and abilities to get moving.

This year’s observance will digitally unite people across the world to encourage physical wellness, strengthen community, and offer support. As part of these efforts, thousands of runners will participate in a one-mile virtual race, the NYRR Virtual Global Running Day 1M.

Additionally, NYRR will host several interactive opportunities including a social media challenge, online community programming, and interactive digital and social experiences to engage the running community.

I’m sure most outdoor brands are aware of Outdoor Retailer by now. In response to COVID-19, Outdoor Retailer put together an in-depth list filled with resources and support for brands and businesses struggling during this time.

In the wake of California’s shelter-in-place orders due to the spread of COVID-19, Run Local has taken a two-pronged approach to supporting its community. The first is providing new, virtual outlets for its community to continue to be engaged from home and the second is working with its partners to continue to provide funding for the Silicon Valley Half presented by Excite Credit Union‘s official charity, Silicon Valley Education Foundation (SVEF), at a critical time of need.

Upper Quadrant launched The Run Specialty Toolkit to help support running specialty businesses. This toolkit is comprised of resources, tips and recommendations that you can apply to your business, today, to help navigate this dynamic environment. The toolkit is the result of a movement where many organizations who care about the future of the industry are coming together to share.

An incredibly helpful resource for those small business owners struggling to adapt to these sudden changes.

This New York Times article reminds us that even in the big city, people are still running.

A great resource for running retailers. Running Insight exists to help the business and sport of running. They shine a light on the retailers and brands who help millions of individuals lead healthier, active lives by the work they do within their communities, local and worldwide.

Check out how some running retailers are getting creative amongst COVID-19.

Running USA, the non-profit trade organization for the sport of road running, is aggregating news, event organizer statements and public resources from official sources relevant to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. They have compiled a list of resources for businesses and individuals amidst COVID-19.

The complete platform for endurance, fitness, and fundraising challenges.

RunSignup’s new Virtual Challenge Platform is a response to a simple industry problem: how to engage with runners in an interesting way, from a distance.

The basic concept behind the Virtual Challenge platform is simple, allowing participants to tackle any challenge, record their progress, and track their success.

In the SBLI Kids At-Home Challenge, children will be encouraged to run at least 7 minutes in a customizable race bib they will get in the mail. The backside of the bib will list 7 Challenges for them to complete. Challenges include calling a friend or relative; writing a note to a teacher, first responder or healthcare professional; and reading a book.

Join SF Runs every Tuesday at 6:30 PM for an online community meetup. All runners are welcomed!

Atlanta Track Club's The Distance is a free online resource for running workouts, training programs, live strength classes, challenges, diet and health information and more, all created by the Club's expert staff, coaches and partners.

An effort of the Big Sur Marathon Foundation to encourage children to stay physically active during the Coronavirus Shelter in Place order. If you'd like your child to participate in the Home School program, please fill out the form in the link.

Help local retailers bounce back. By buying a discounted gift card today, not only do you get a great deal on your next purchase, but you're providing your favorite local shop much needed cash-flow, so they can serve your community tomorrow.

Here are the best ways to beat the quarantine blues at home—and prepare to get back out there when things open up again.

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We may be a little biased but we thought it may be worth adding some info about us!

We are an apparel brand for runners creating the world’s first Hydroshirt. The Hydroshirt incorporates a built-in hydration pack inside of our shirts, providing the key benefits of on-the-go hydration.

We hope you enjoy this directory we put together. Don’t forget to sign up to our waiting list to be notified when we officially launch! (:

Virtual Running is supporting race directors during these challenging times by offering free services to help directors understand and implement virtual racing.

Services are led by Leonard Adler, founder of SF Runs and a Certified Race Director with the Road Runners Club of America (RRCA).

Happening on June 27, COACH 2020 VISION is the world’s first virtual business development Summit, specifically tailored to help endurance sport coaches innovate and improve their business in the current climate.

Organised by World Sport Coach, COACH 2020 VISION is all about 20/20 – 20 of the most influential voices in endurance coaching, sharing the secrets of their success in 20 minute impactful virtual presentations culminating in a series of live panel discussions.

Starting August 1st through December 31st, Latinos Run will host a Monthly 20.20 challenge to encourage runners to stay active. The goal is to run or walk 20.20 miles each month for a total of 101 miles for the year.

During that period, we will provide our followers with content centered around the 101s of Running. Stay tuned for an exciting season!

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